India Explores Use of Tethered Drones for Surveillance
© AP Photo / Channi AnandAn Indian army soldier controls a drone during a mock drill along the Line of Control or LOC between India and Pakistan during a media tour arranged by the Indian army in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch sector, India, Saturday, Aug.12, 2023. (AP Photo/Channi Anand)

© AP Photo / Channi Anand
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India is considering the use of tethered drones for enhanced surveillance, especially in areas vulnerable to electronic warfare.
Unlike traditional drones, tethered drones are physically connected to the ground, making them immune to jamming or hacking. This ensures secure, continuous data transmission and improves operational reliability.
In an interview with Sputnik India, the head of Sidk Technologies emphasized the potential of tethered drones to offer secure, reliable surveillance in the face of modern threats.
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Since they are tethered, the drones are immune to electronic attacks.
India is looking to use such drones for surveillance duties
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